CFTC Unveils Framework for US Traders on Offshore Exchanges
CFTC’s FBOT advisory lets U.S. traders legally use offshore crypto exchanges like Binance, boosting liquidity and easing restrictions. The…
Coinbase Allows USDC as Futures Trading Collateral
Coinbase now lets users use USDC stablecoin as collateral in U.S. futures markets, expanding use cases and pairing with broader stablecoin…
Gemini Blasts CFTC’s 2022 Trophy-Hunting Lawsuit
Gemini accuses CFTC of using false whistleblower testimony in the 2022 lawsuit, alleging a 7-year “lawfare” campaign against the…
Coinbase Unveils CFTC-Compliant Perpetual Futures
Coinbase to launch CFTC-compliant perpetual futures trading for US traders at its Crypto Summit, offering 24/7 access and high leverage. The…
CFTC Must Regulate Spot Crypto Markets – Brian Quintenz
Brian Quintenz to advocate CFTC oversight of spot crypto markets at Senate hearing, aiming to reshape digital asset regulation. Brian Quintenz…
FIT21 Bill Boosts CFTC Authority in Leadership Vacancy
FIT21 boosts CFTC’s authority to regulate digital commodities, clarifying SEC’s role over securities, aiming for clear crypto rules and…
SEC, CFTC Team Up on Crypto Rules Amid Leadership Changes
The SEC and CFTC are exploring a collaborative framework for crypto rules, with renewed discussions on reinstating a joint advisory committee.…
CFTC Fines EmpiresX Founders With $130M in Fraud Case
A US court fined the Brazilian creators of EmpiresX more than $130 million for running a fraudulent cryptocurrency scam that deceived…
CFTC to Hold Roundtable on Prediction Markets Regulation
A public roundtable has been announced to review the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s (CFTC) regulatory position on prediction…
CFTC Eyes Crypto.com Super Bowl Contracts
The CFTC is considering a review of Crypto.com’s football futures contracts, including Super Bowl bets, to determine compliance with gaming…
Pro-Crypto CFTC Chair Eyed As Trump Era Nears
Reports suggest the US Senate Banking Committee may form a crypto subcommittee as Trump considers a pro-crypto CFTC commissioner for…
US CFTC Subpoenas Coinbase in Polymarket Investigation
The US CFTC has issued a subpoena to the Coinbase exchange, requesting that it provide client information related to the Polymarket case. The…
CFTC Chair Steps Down, Urges Swift Crypto Regulation
On Jan. 20, Rostin Behnam will step down as CFTC chair, leaving a legacy of enforcement and advocating for stricter cryptocurrency industry…
IcomTech Execs To Pay $5M For Fake Bitcoin Scheme
After receiving penitentiary sentences of up to 10 years this year, at least four of IcomTech’s operators are currently incarcerated.…
Don Wilson Calls to Abolish SEC, CFTC
Don Wilson, the creator of DRW, has advocated for the creation of a new regulatory agency to replace the SEC and the CFTC In a recent…
Trump Under Consideration for CFTC Crypto Role
The U.S. president-elect’s government is considering transferring control of cryptocurrency to the CFTC (Commodity Futures Trading…
CFTC Approves Spot Bitcoin ETF Options Trading
The CFTC approved trading for spot Bitcoin ETF options, boosting Wall Street’s Bitcoin ETF adoption. Final clearance now hinges on the…
FIA Demands CFTC Oversight of CME
The FIA demands stricter CFTC rules owing to CME Group’s Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) status, which boosts market risks and…
Polymarket Eyes Token Launch, Funding
The Information reported on Monday that Polymarket, a blockchain-based prediction market, is in the process of securing over $50 million in…
CFTC Eyes Polymarket, Betting Platforms
CFTC Chair Rostin Behnam warns offshore entities with a significant U.S. presence to register their derivative contracts or face enforcement…